Title:  Trial Leader - Digitalization & Shrimp Research Focus

Job Purpose and Impact

We are seeking a Trial Leader with a strong interest or experience in digitalization and experimental research, particularly someone who enjoys working in Excel and/or other statistical tools and contributing to digital transformation in trial design and execution. Candidates with shrimp-related experience will be especially valuable. This role combines hands-on trial execution with a forward-looking approach to digital tools and data handling, making it ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of science, technology, and operations.

Key Accountabilities

• Responsible for planning, reporting and quality assurance of trials and keep an ongoing and active dialogue with researchers, lab and technicians.
• Lead and support digitalization initiatives within trial operations, including data handling, reporting tools, and process optimization.
• Contribute to continuous evaluation and improvement of experimental methodology, daily routines and procedures.
• Works with scientists and processing technicians to ensure accurate formulation and ingredient procurement.
• Ensure trials comply to the safety program and animal care policies.
• Provides training and engage technicians for trial execution.
• Support the development and execution of shrimp trials 
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Proficient computer skills, especially in Excel
• Good written and verbal communication skills in Norwegian and English language
• Able to work independently, and with other team members, with minimal supervision

Preferred qualifications

• Analytical Statistic knowledge
• Experience or strong interest in digitalization and use of digital tools in research.
• Analytical/statistical knowledge and experience with databases or development of computer tools, Power BI. 
• Master’s degree in animal science, nutrition, or a related field.
• Appropriate Animal Care Training certification.
• Experience in running research trials, especially involving shrimp.
• Willingness to work weekend shifts as needed.